Splintergroup- thanks!  I try to soak up info on techniques and "how to."  I'm finally at a point when I look at some videos and think - nope that's not safe or that won't work long term.  Still, so many great sources.  I started with a set of Woodsmith dvds and YT include 3x3 Custom, Wood Whisper, Katz-Moses, StumpyNubs, Rob Cosman, Honey Badger, George Vondriska, and many others.  Plus of course, all of my online friends on LJ and Craftisian.

This one is an amazing urn build by Young Je. I've watched it several times while on my exercise bike.  Level of craftsmanship is just inspiring.